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Tim's newest album, titled "Who I Am," pretty much sums up the eclectic
selection of songs he chose for the project. The "Genre Nazis,” as I have come
to call them, will have a tough time categorizing this album. Tim goes from
stone cold country music, to rockabilly, to gospel and even some big band
horns thrown into the mix for good measure! To me, it's all just great music,
which is what you will hear throughout as you go on this musical journey. It's
quite literally Tim Atwood's life put to music.

“To say I am excited about this new album is an understatement. I believe
‘Who I Am’ is the best project I’ve ever delivered. My fans know you can’t put
me in a box and simply slap a label on my music. I love to play a country
shuffle, and I love to make that piano rock. I love songs that paint a picture as
well as songs that bring a tear because life isn’t always happy. I love songs
that make you laugh, and I especially love songs that praise my Lord and
Savior. My new album connects all of the pieces of my musical puzzle and
gives you a true picture of ‘Who I Am,’” shares Atwood. “This album is me.”

The album does not lack in material, boasting an incredible fifteen tracks. Tim
showcases his versatility as a songwriter, pianist, and vocalist, accompanied
by a stellar group of musicians, including Country Music Hall of Famer Charlie
McCoy.

“I spent a year producing ‘Who I Am,’ writing and selecting songs that are
meaningful to me,” explains Tim. “It is personal. Over thirty years ago, I played
every instrument on the demo for Confederate Railroad’s 'Somewhere Stoned
Playin’ Pinball.' That song just stuck with me all these years later. 'You First'
chronicles a big piece of my life story; a story for anyone who has ever lost a
loved one. 'Sending Me Angels' is a powerful song of redemption for me. It is
the song I sang to my wife on our wedding day, a song I feel is especially
important to us in today’s time: When all feels lost, look heavenward. I know
from experience, the angels are there. It can not go unsaid that I want to thank
Gus Arrendale and Springer Mountain Farms. Their help and support allowed
me to record the music I love, with the musicians I love, for the people I love.
My heart is full.”